RIDE THE ROUTE
A multi-day challenge that covers hundreds of miles across the UK. The route changes annually, but the goal is always the same: to test endurance, raise vital funds and transform lives.
EVENT DETAILS
Start date:
03/09/2026
End date:
05/09/2026
Location:
UK
Registration Fee:
From £50
Ride the Route 2026
Our 2026 cycle ride is the first Ride the Route circular with the 365km route seeing us heading from London, out to Folkstone, Brighton and then back to London.
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Cycling for Change
In September 2025, an incredible team of 70 cyclists took on our Ride the Route challenge, travelling from Liverpool to Darlington.
Together, they raised £70,000 to help Railway Children protect vulnerable young people around the world.
Since it began, Ride the Route has raised over £220,000 for Railway Children.
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READY TO TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE?
This is the perfect event for individuals and teams alike!
Whether you are a seasoned cyclist, or a novice on the pedals, you can choose the full three-day challenge or take on a one-day ride all with like-minded people by your side! All funds raised will go to Railway Children, providing protection and opportunity for children with nowhere else to go and nobody to turn to.
Our 2026 event starts on Thursday 3rd September until Saturday 5th September with a team meeting up the night before, ahead of an early ride start. Registration is £50 for a single day rider, and £75 for the full 3 day event, with a minimum fundraising pledge of £350 (£150 for single day riders), but of course sky’s the limit when it comes to fundraising and we will be on hand to help and support you all the way!
What’s included
- Full support on the event from our cycle support crew
- Full training and fundraising support from our dedicated events team
- Event jersey and medal for all participants
Please note: personal injury insurance, bikes, accommodation and travel to/from the event is not included.
However, the events team will provide full guidance and support to help participants arrange these.
An evening of Tracks and Tales, Pedals and Pints
We’d love to invite you to our Ride the Route Celebration Evening.
It’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about the event, reconnect with riders from previous years and meet fellow 2026 riders. Join us on 19th March for an evening of celebration, connection and inspiration.
We’ll be celebrating last year’s incredible ride and officially launching this year’s event, with a night of networking, socialising and fantastic live music.
We’d love to see you there — please get in touch to confirm your place by emailing events@railwaychildren.org.uk or give us a call on 01270 917 029.
